Tracking economy for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Economy · PoliticsFrom 2026, every job ad in Portugal must disclose salary ranges and gender pay data. See how the new pay-transparency law will shape wages, hiring and careers.
EconomyPortugal’s 2-year yield dipped below 1.9% while 10-year costs neared 3.0%, hinting at lower Euribor-linked mortgage payments but reduced deposit rates in 2024.
Tech · EconomyAI is trimming Portugal call centre staff, with major firms cutting jobs. Discover new reskilling funds and must-have human skills to stay employable.
Sports · EconomyNeneca saved two penalties and Sidney Lima hit the decider as Santa Clara edged Espinho in a shoot-out, banking Portuguese Cup funds and earning a home tie.
Economy · TourismPortugal’s external surplus slid 22% to €5.7 B Jan–Aug 2025 as imports and energy bills soared—see how this could hit Portuguese household budgets in 2026.
Tech · EconomyIndustry survey shows Portugal's new data centres could add €3.7 billion and 9,400 jobs by 2031, but energy and talent gaps threaten growth. Learn more.
Tech · EconomySwitzerland’s Horizon Europe return unlocks €95B in research cash for Portugal’s labs and startups. Learn funding tips, deadlines and how to apply in 2024.
Immigration · EconomyPortugal's visa overhaul could shrink the workforce, strain pensions and drive wages up. Learn how tighter rules impact taxes and housing in Portugal in 2024.
Environment · EconomyPortugal’s Algarve water security rises with a Lagoa reservoir, wastewater reuse and a 2026 desalination plant—discover how upgrades protect homes & tourism.